System Engineer 1

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 161,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer Principal to drive mission-critical enterprise IT projects at Annapolis Junction, MD.

You’ll leverage Linux, automation, and security compliance to deliver reliable infrastructure. This role requires TS/SCI clearance, a BA/BS, and 8+ years of relevant experience, with on-site work and a strong commitment to documentation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Science required for the role.
• 8+ years of related experience in systems engineering.
• Experience with Linux and automation scripting recommended.

Skills

Linux CLI

Linux administration

Bash/Python scripting

Security compliance (STE/STN)

Cisco switch configuration

Containerization (Docker/Podman/ctr)

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Docker

Podman

containerd

Job description

SYSTEMS ENGINEER PRINCIPAL

Join GDIT as a Systems Engineer Principal and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT As a Systems Engineer Principal, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission. You will play a crucial role.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
• Experience: 8+ years of related experience

Position Required Skills

• Proficiency using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools
• Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems
• Experience developing automation scripts (Bash/Python) to streamline operational and maintenance tasks
• Experience with the Agency’s STE/STN security compliance requirements and the ability to ensure systems adhere to established policies
• Familiar with basic Cisco switch configuration
• Familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and containerd
• Experience with creating, maintaining, and updating clear, accurate, and accessible technical documentation

Position Desired Skills

• Experience administering Windows systems
• Experience with NetApp storage devices
• Experience with virtualization technologies including vSphere/vCenter
• Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence

Security clearance level: TS/SCI

US citizenship required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

The likely salary range for this position is $160,650 - $217,350. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: None

Telecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA MD Annapolis Junction

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT

• Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
• To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
• We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

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